May 12, 2021-2022

Issue 18

Tuesday, 5/25

7:10-9:10: 1st block exam

9:10-9:20: Class Change

9:20-11:20: 2nd block exam

Wednesday, 5/26

7:10-9:10: 3rd block exam

9:10-9:20: Class Change

9:20-11:20: 4th block exam

Exams may not be taken early. If a student must miss an exam, please reach out to the main office to take your exam as soon as you are able.

As we approach the end of the 2021-22 school year, we want to communicate our plan for device and textbook return to our school and device checkout for summer learning. All devices checked out to students must be checked back into the local school at the end of the 2021-22 school year so that tech teams can begin preparing the devices for summer learning activities and the coming school year. If your student has a school-owned Chromebook, laptop, hot spot, or other device, please plan to return the device by the end of the school year.

When returning your device, please bring all components, including chargers and mice; have the device fully charged and powered on in order to expedite the return process.

Devices will be assessed for damage upon return and fines may be assigned based on the damage in order to cover the cost of replacement parts and repairs. Fines can be paid by credit or debit card at the time of the return. If a device is returned in good condition, no fine will be assigned. Device services will be turned off and fines for replacing the

device will be assigned if a device is not returned.

If a student needs a device for summer learning, the school will work with you to provide a device.

All medications must be picked up by the end of the school year by a Parent/Guardian or they will be discarded. Please contact Adina Indrieu in the Clinic for more information.

Please congratulate the following students as you see them on their achievement!

President: Jian (Angel) Kim

Vice President: Vanessa Pham

Executive Secretary: Tyler Lee

Parliamentarian: Ariella Ayenesazan

Communications Director: Raveena Gharpure

Historian Webmaster: Annie (Yurim) Oh

Relay Chairs: Trinity Thompson, Hillary Tran

Homecoming/Prom Chairs: Jenny Chun, Umi Pak

Senior Class Chairs: Tammy Dinh, Joshua Kim

Outreach Chairs: Tyler Murphy, Binh Nguyen

Executive Director (at-large) (non-balloted position): Miriam Kayemba

AP Summer Assignments

Advanced Placement (AP) Summer Assignments are posted on the AP Course page for the following courses: 

• AP Art History/AP Lang Combo
• AP Calculus AB & BC
• AP Chemistry
• AP Human Geography
• AP Physics 1
• AP Seminar
• AP Research
• AP World History
• AP World History/AP European History Combo

If you have any questions or concerns about your AP Summer Assignment, please email Ms. Petty (carrie.petty@gcpsk12.org) OR the teacher(s) of your course.

GCPL will be hosting Vision To Learn this Summer!

In coordination with Vision to Learn, Gwinnett County Public Library will be offering vision screenings, eye exams, and if necessary, glasses for children. Quality vision care is an important component of education; students that cannot see often struggle to learn to read, see the board, and succeed academically. The eye exams and eyeglasses are available free of charge to all students who need them, at no out-of-pocket cost to parents or children. For more information go to the Vision To Learn Page.

Senior Letters

Parents, families, and friends of PRHS Seniors! Now is the time to write your favorite Senior a letter! Please put each letter in an envelope with their given first and last name on it. If possible, add the Student ID. If you have multiple letters, please bundle them together. Drop the letters off at PRHS by May 23. Collection bins are at the Front Desk and in the Media Center. Seniors will receive their letters during graduation practice on May 27th! Thank you for making this time extra special for our Seniors!

Pirates and Concert

Friday, May 13th at 7:00 PM

Saturday, May 14^th at 2:30 and 7:00 PM

Sunday, May 15^th at 2:30 PM

Tickets are $10 cash only

RVN had two students get superior scores at the Georgia Student Media Festival, including one, Jaylen T., who got two perfect scores.

Ridge Thrift Spirit Store

In just a few seconds, a student can tap out a short message to send by social media, via text message, or through an email. However, if that message is an alarming threat, angry words that seem threatening, or a menacing meme or photo, those few seconds could lead to a lifetime of consequences for a young person.

Learn more about #thinkbeforeyoupost. 

This is not an official GCPS resource.

Scholastic Images, our Official Letter Jacket partner, will be at Peachtree Ridge, on Monday, May 16th during all lunches and walk you through the easy ordering process. This will be the last chance to order a jacket on campus this school year.

Letter jacket orders need a $100 deposit along with proof that you have lettered, so bring your award letter, varsity letter certificate, or signed note from a coach/sponsor along with any patches you may have at the time of order. 

Whether you lettered in academics, fine arts, or athletics, we encourage you to order your jacket now so you can wear it with PRIDE! Letter Jacket information is available at www.scholasticimages.com as well!

Monday, May 16 during all lunches they will also be handling Senior Jersey Delivery.

Congratulations to senior, Nia Newland! Nia was selected as the 2022GCPS High School Peer Leader of the Year! She is a 2nd year PRHS peer leader and currently serves in a 1st grade class at Jackson Elementary. This county-wide honor also has earned her a $1,000 scholarship!

Work Permits

Work Permits are done electronically via the Georgia Department of Labor.

Directions on how to complete the permit can be found on this DOL document.

Please contact joann.baker@gcpsk12.org with any further questions.

Driver's License and Learner's Permit Certificate

1. Go to www.mypaymentsplus.com 
2. Events & Activities 
3. Look for school fees. 
4. Options include: 

• Certificate of Enrollment (for Learners Permit) 
• Certificate of Enrollment and ADAP (for Driver’s License) Can only print if you took the ADAPT test at Peachtree Ridge HS. 

If you have recently moved and have not notified school with new documentation (i.e. lease/utility), you MUST contact martha.I.kuhn@gcpsk12.org to update your address before we can process the Certificate of Enrollment. 

Ms. Baker will email the email address you enter to notify you when it is ready for collection. 

It's official after a 2-year break, we are looking for local restaurants and non-food vendors to participate in this amazing community event on Saturday, September 10th, 2022.

• Do you know someone who owns a restaurant? 
• Do you know someone who has a business? 



Send them to the Taste of the Ridge contacts, Jennifer or Mary, for more information: president@peachtreeridgebands.com

Registration for Summer School 2022 is NOW OPEN!

Any interested student needing to earn credit from a previously failed class should plan to register online through MyPaymentsPlsu at: https://mypaymentsplus.com/welcome and attend either face-to-face or in person this summer. This year there is NO COST associated with retaking up to two previously failed classes, so be sure to take advantage of this great (free) summer school opportunity if needed. 

Additional information can be found on the flyers posted and the direct GCPS Summer School link here: https://www.gcpsk12.org/SummerSchool. 

Pre-Participation Physicals

As of 3/1/2022, physicals and all appropriate documents for tryouts should be connected or linked to https://gwinnettcountyschools.rankonesport.com/

• GHSA Physical Form
• GHSA Physical Form - Spanish Version

Please read the instructions below carefully and note that you should do ALL RANK ONE ACCOUNT INFORMATION FIRST, and then take the HISTORY FORM to the Doctor to get your Physical Examination Form complete.

Questions for Mrs. Postma, call 678-512-6044 or e-mail Karen.Postma@gcpsk12.org

May 16th, 17^th and 18^th in the Dance Studio at 2:30

See Mrs. Ondre or Ms. Wood with any questions.

Using the Remind App, join the Class of 2022 Remind for important updates and announcements for Seniors!

Join Class of 2022 Remind

Senior Textbooks

Live Stream Graduation

Have friends and family that can't make it to graduation?  Share this link to watch the Peachtree Ridge Graduation Live on May 30th.

Graduation Announcements

CONGRATULATIONS CLASS OF 2022! We cannot believe how quickly the year has gone by and before you know it, you will be walking across the stage at graduation! Make sure everyone knows how hard you have worked to achieve one of the best moments of your life and announce your graduation with class. Below is the direct link to order you Official Peachtree Ridge High School Personalized Graduation Announcements, so don’t wait.

https://tinyurl.com/PRHSAnn22

Not only will your announcements have your official school crest, they will also be personalized with your name in the text just like collegiate announcements. We also created packages to make ordering even easier, but you can always add more to them so no one is left out. Orders will begin to ship directly to your house by mid-March with plenty of time to send them out to all your friends and family members.

We are so proud of you and honored to celebrate this milestone with you!

Baccalaureate

Baccalaureate is a non-denominational ceremony that will include performances representing the religions and cultures of our 2022 Senior Class (and the first time you will see them in their graduation gowns!) 

Sunday, May 21 at 11:00 am

12Stone Sugarloaf Campus, 2050 Sugarloaf Circle Duluth, GA 30097

(Doors won't open to parents till 10:45 am)

• Seniors and your families, use this link to reserve your spot for this year's Baccalaureate Celebration.
• SENIORS: be there by 10:15 am and wear your gown, stole, and any cords (no caps) 
• Do you have a Senior that would want to do an artistic or cultural performance or would like to speak about what their religion/culture means to them?? If so please go to this participation link.

Pictures Needed

Class of 2022 – Through the Years Pictures Needed

We are asking for pictures of your students “through the years” (1^st days of school, group pictures, high school moments). Please complete use this link to submit pictures by May 18.

Peachtree Ridge Graduation is Monday, May 30th at 2:00 PM at Gas South Arena (formerly Infinite Energy Arena). More information will be provided closer to the event. Each Senior will receive 10 tickets.

Gas South Arena Policies For Graduation

Senior Dues can be purchased through MyPaymentsPlus for $155.

Senior dues pay for:

• Cap & Gown
• Diploma
• Printing Fees for Diploma
• Diploma Cover
• Printing of Graduation Tickets
• Rental of Arena for Graduation
• Printing Programs for Graduation
• Honor Graduate Stoles
• Class Lanyards
• 1 Senior Yard Sign from Ridge Prints
• Senior Picnic in May
• Senior Gifts

Graduation DVDs